Stamford Reps. To Explore Paper Bag Ban: Report

STAMFORD, CT — Members of the Stamford Board of Representatives are exploring a paper bag ban in the city, according to a report from the Stamford Advocate.

Rep. Virgil de La Cruz (D-2) presented draft language for a paper bag ban to the Legislative and Rules Committee last week, the Advocate said, but members said they wanted to do more research before any proposal goes before a public hearing.

Rep. Nina Sherwood (D-8) said members should get feedback from grocery stores and businesses about potential consequences of a paper bag ban, the Advocate reported.

In 2018, Stamford adopted a fee-based plastic bag ban with paper bag replacements costing residents 10 cents each.

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